Before Abraham Was, I AM
Jesus does not ease into this statement. He does not soften or explain it away. He speaks plainly. “Before Abraham was born, I AM.” Those listening knew exactly what He meant...
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Apr
8
Apr
Promises to Joni and Jesus from our President, Shawn Thornton
Since becoming president of Joni and Friends®, I’ve witnessed firsthand how our outreaches are so much more than just programs. For instance, at our Oregon Family Retreat...
7
Apr
Joni and Friends is the Embodiment of God’s Love
For years, Dan and Brandy, and their daughters, Savannah (20) and Andi (18), bore the weight of isolation. With Andi’s significant physical and intellectual...
5
Apr
An Easter Story
Ever wonder what happened during those three days Jesus was in the grave? First, here’s the back story: when Jesus said, “It is finished” on the cross, He dropped His head, gave up His spirit, and…
5
Apr
It Is True! The Lord Has Risen!
Early Sunday morning, women went to the tomb to finalize the burial preparations of Jesus's body. Because of the Jewish Sabbath, they had been unable to complete traditional burial rituals...
3
Apr
A New Season of Hope and Joy for Mapalo in Zambia
The day Mapalo and her mother, Kongwa, came to our Wheels for the World® outreach in Zambia, they felt the presence of God...
2
Apr
Celebrating Resurrection Power
Come with me through the dawning mist as we hurry to catch up with Mary Magdalene. She is only a few steps ahead on the garden path, weeping and overcome with sorrow. The tomb comes into view and Mary, disbelieving, rubs her wet eyes…
1
Apr
Jesus’s Life-saving Love—Delivered Because of You!
Six-year-old Favour in Uganda almost didn’t get a chance at life. At birth, he was nearly asphyxiated. And while he eventually began breathing, his early oxygen deprivation caused permanent disabilities...
29
Mar
What Holy Week Can Teach Us about Disappointment
Seasons of disappointment challenge us to understand God's idea of "good," if we’ll but listen. For it so easy to praise God when times are good… but far more difficult when times are bad.
29
Mar
The King Arrives
Jesus and His disciples entered Jerusalem on Sunday of the last week of His earthly ministry. He entered into what we call "Passion Week" or "Holy Week" with this triumphal arrival in Jerusalem. Much would transpire between that particular Sunday and the one a week later...